Classic lovers rejoice as we have some incredible news! Original
Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord was first released in 1981 for the Apple II, and is considered one of the pioneering titles in the cRPG genre and was highly influential in shaping the role-playing game genre as a whole. Now…
The full 3D remake of that first game in the legendary Wizardry series of RPGs is available on GOG in its early access, brought by Digital Eclipse! Moreover, you can grab it with a GOG-exclusive discount of -16% that lasts until September 21st, 1 PM UTC. And if you already own Wizardry 6+7 or Wizardry 8 (or both), you can enjoy an even higher discount of -20% (lasts until September 21st, 1 PM UTC)!
The first party-based RPG video game ever released,
Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord was a direct inspiration to series like
Final Fantasy and
Dragon Quest. Digital Eclipse's revival preserves the appeal of the classic, with many upgrades for modern role-playing game fans.
Prepare for a true dungeon crawling experience, where you’ll craft your own party of adventurers and head into the labyrinth at the behest of the mad overlord Trebor, in search of the amulet stolen by the evil wizard Werdna. Battle groups of challenging enemies, avoid hidden traps, and make your way deeper into the dungeon as you prepare for the ultimate battle: Facing Werdna himself.
Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is built directly on top of the original 1981 game's code. Although it looks all new, underneath the hood is the authentic game. You can even view the original Apple II interface as you play.
Moreover, while the well-known difficulty of the enemies has not been altered, quality-of-life improvements have been added in every area. Party management, navigation, spellcasting, and combat have all been significantly enhanced.
If you're just discovering the legendary Wizardry franchise,
Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is the perfect jumping-in point for new players. And if you're a series veteran, you’ll love the gorgeous new graphics and sound, and the streamlined interface.
Tune into our stream on our
Twitch Channel today (September 15th), at 10 PM UTC, where KaurTube will experience this glorious title.
A legend is reborn – grab Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord with our GOG-exclusive discount, enjoy the loyalty discount if you already own other Wizardry entries in your library, and most of all, (re)discover a game that become a hallmark of many future dungeon-crawling RPGs. Time for an adventure!Note: This title is currently in development. See the FAQ to learn more about games in development, and check out the forums to find more information and to stay in touch with the community.